The role consists of all aspects of the estimating role from effective handling of new enquiries entering the business, through customer liaison regarding site visits, survey and mid/post tender interviews, accurately pricing the mechanical and public health services associated with the project and compilation and ownership of the quotation/tender documents for issue. At all times ensure that our business principles of quality, profitability and close client relationships are implemented at all times.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES:

Complete responsibility of allocated enquiries/projects which would include but not be limited to the following activities -

Close liaison with clients/potential clients regarding any enquiries received into the company and assigned, representing the business in a professional manner at all times.

To liaise with other departments regarding completion of all information as identified as required within the enquiry, this may involve liaison with commercial, legal, procurement, accounts, design, HSQA, project delivery teams and directors of the business as appropriate.

In a timescale sympathetic to the project return date, accurately assess any employers requirement/tender documents/specification and generate and despatch enquiries for specialist sub-contract trades and plant/material items.

Evaluate supplier and sub-contract returns to ensure compliance with the tender specification/documentation.

Accurately undertake any necessary take-offs of drawings and schedules and perform data entry into the estimating software selected by the Business.

Follow all company procedures for enquiry and tender handling.

Provide prime cost reports for management/director input as to required OHP and mark-up.